Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Limerick travel guide

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You're Going to Love Limerick

With a population of 90,054, Limerick is the largest city in Limerick, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Limerick has to offer.

Where to Eat in Limerick

If you’re looking for affordable options, ACES Limerick (Unit 7B Castletroy Park Retail Park) and Cornstore - Limerick (19 Thomas Street) are great picks.

When to visit Limerick

Limerick in February
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Limerick in February
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Limerick

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Limerick include American Airlines, JetBlue and British Airways. The shortest flight to Limerick from the United States departs from New York and takes around 6h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 175 km from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Fox, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

When flying to Limerick, you’ll arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), which is located 20 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Limerick include American Airlines, JetBlue and British Airways. The shortest flight to Limerick from the United States departs from New York and takes around 6h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Limerick is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 175 km from Limerick. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Fox, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Limerick

SNNShannon
NOCKnock Intl
ORKCork

Airlines serving Limerick

KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,289 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,285 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,117 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,229 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,703 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,471 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,883 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,433 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,069 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,881 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (336 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,228 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,436 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (31 reviews)
Discover Airlines
Good (36 reviews)
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Where to stay in Limerick

From 5-star hotels such as the the Savoy Hotel to great affordable options like the Great National South Court Hotel, Limerick offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $156 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $144 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Limerick, with prices from $6 to $1,461 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Limerick are about 39% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Limerick by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Limerick

Most booked hotels in Limerick

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Dromoland Castle
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 138 reviews)
$508+
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Absolute Hotel Limerick
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3117 reviews)
$151+
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Shannon Springs Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1726 reviews)
$161+
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The George Limerick Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3977 reviews)
$117+
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Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3055 reviews)
$121+
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Limerick Strand Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2727 reviews)
$139+
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Renting a car in Limerick

Renting a car in Limerick costs $36 per day, on average, or $143 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Shannon.

Expect to pay $8.29 per gallon in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $99.48 and $132.64. The most frequently booked car type in Limerick is Compact (Dacia Jogger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 95% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Limerick costs $36 per day, on average, or $143 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Shannon.

Expect to pay $8.29 per gallon in Limerick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $99.48 and $132.64. The most frequently booked car type in Limerick is Compact (Dacia Jogger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 95% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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